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Residents urged to dispose of batteries correctly and avoid placing them in household bins.

A significant landslip that has closed part of a lake district road is likely to take several months to fix.

Statutory consultation has opened on 24 community-backed 20mph speed limits across Westmorland and Furness.

The 1st Cockermouth Scout Group has been awarded The King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) - the highest award given to local volunteer groups across the UK - in recognition of its outstanding contribution to the community and dedication to supporting young people in West Cumbria.

The chairs of three neighbouring councils have joined forces in a show of unity to champion one of England’s most famous long-distance walking routes.

Countywide school battery recycling campaign encouraging young people to safely recycle used batteries and protect the environment is back for 2025/26.

Answers to your questions about the A592 landslip, including information about diversions, signage and how long it may take to fix. These FAQs will be regularly updated as more information becomes available.

Cumbria’s Safeguarding Adults Board is raising awareness of safeguarding next week as part of National Safeguarding Adults Week 2025, a campaign coordinated by the Ann Craft Trust.

Residents across Westmorland and Furness came together on Remembrance Sunday (9 November) to honour the courage, service and sacrifices of our Armed Forces.

As Remembrance Sunday approaches, the Cumbria Lieutenancy is proud to support the Veterans’ Oaks Project - a county-wide campaign inviting communities to plant oak trees as living memorials to all those affected by war, both military and civilian.